John Paton (VC)

John Paton
Paton wearing his medals.
Born(1833-12-23)23 December 1833
Stirling, Scotland
Died1 April 1914(1914-04-01) (aged 80)
Summer Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Buried
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch British Army
RankSergeant
Unit93rd Regiment of Foot
Battles / wars
Awards Victoria Cross
Other workPrison Governor

John Paton VC (23 December 1833 1 April 1914) was a Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.